CurveSpain
24. Curve
A curve is a section of road that changes direction to the left or right. A sharp, unexpected or poorly visible curve can reduce a driver’s view of approaching traffic, stopped vehicles, pedestrians and other hazards.
Drivers should reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within their lane and use smooth steering, braking and acceleration. Warning signs may indicate the direction of the first curve or a series of successive curves.
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What makes a bend dangerous in Spain?
A bend can hide traffic and shorten your stopping view. Watch for a tightening curve, changing grip and road users hidden beyond it. Slow before entering and choose a speed that lets you stop within the visible distance.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: Regulation articles 45-46,87(1)(a); catalogue P-13a-P-14b
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025
How should you approach a sharp curve in Spain?
Slow down before the bend, select the correct lane position, look through the curve and steer smoothly. Keep enough grip and visible stopping distance for the road and weather conditions.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: Regulation articles 45-46,87(1)(a); catalogue P-13a-P-14b
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025
Is overtaking safe on a blind bend in Spain?
Do not overtake at a bend or crest where visibility is insufficient to complete or abandon the manoeuvre safely. The regulation allows an exception where the directions are clearly separated and the manoeuvre can be completed without entering the opposing side. Obey other signs and markings and keep the required safe view.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: Regulation articles 45-46,87(1)(a); catalogue P-13a-P-14b
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025
Warning for a curve to the left.
English • Traffic sign P-13b • Dangerous left-hand bend. Warns of a dangerous bend to the left ahead.
Español • P-13b • Curva peligrosa hacia la izquierda. Peligro por la proximidad de una curva peligrosa hacia la izquierda.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Boe.es • Reglamento General de Circulación • anexo I • catálogo vigente
🔗 Boe.es • Real Decreto 465/2025 • P-13b • página 38
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Warning for a curve to the right.
English • Traffic sign P-13a • Dangerous right-hand bend. Warns of a dangerous bend to the right ahead.
Español • P-13a • Curva peligrosa hacia la derecha. Peligro por la proximidad de una curva peligrosa hacia la derecha.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Boe.es • Reglamento General de Circulación • anexo I • catálogo vigente
🔗 Boe.es • Real Decreto 465/2025 • P-13a • página 38
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Original revision 2015-03-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
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Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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